Homemade Honey Almond Granola

This Honey Almond Granola is a healthy homemade granola that’s so easy to make and budget-friendly! It uses simple ingredients right in your pantry and is great for brunch or breakfast. Top with a splash of milk or add it to your yogurt!

Honey Almond Granola

I love granola, and whenever I buy it, I can’t help myself from snacking! But, have you ever looked at the ingredients list and nutrition labels on store-bought options? The amount of sugar can be a little scary!

That’s why I prefer to make my own so I have full control over what I put into it. I’ve already shared recipes for Pumpkin Granola, Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola, and Maple Almond Granola, but I wanted to give you all an even more straightforward option.

This recipe for honey almond granola is very simple — meaning you can change things up to suit your specific needs! You likely have most, if not all, of the ingredients needed already on hand: oats, almonds, honey, and a handful of flavor-packed seasonings and extracts.

Make this almond granola recipe when the craving hits, and you won’t have to worry about all of that extra sugar!

Why You’ll Love Almond Granola

• Much more budget-friendly than store-bought
• Lower in sugar and more nutritious
• Packed with sweet, warm flavors
• Keeps for 4 weeks in the pantry, or up to 8 months in the freezer
• So easy to make

Key Ingredients to Make My Almond Granola Recipe

• OATS – I like old-fashioned the best. They provide a nice texture to any homemade granola and keep their shape.
• ALMONDS – Provide lots of crunch and flavor. Feel free to substitute in slivered or sliced almonds. Just use 1 cup instead of 2 cups.
• OIL – I like to use coconut oil, but use whatever oil you prefer. Oil helps make the granola nice and crisp, so don’t leave it out!
• HONEY – To sweeten the granola. Can use maple syrup too.
• SEASONINGS & EXTRACTS – Cinnamon, salt, vanilla, and almond extracts add so much flavor. Feel free to leave out the almond extract if it’s not your thing, but it really amps up the almond flavor. Don’t skimp on the salt. It’s essential for making the flavors shine in the final product.

Instructions to Make My Honey Almond Granola Recipe

RECIPE PREP: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

COMBINE DRY INGREDIENTS: Add the oats, almonds, cinnamon, and salt to a large mixing bowl and mix to combine.

INCORPORATE THE WET INGREDIENTS: In a separate bowl, combine the oil, honey, vanilla, and almond extracts. Pour over the oats and almonds mixture and stir to evenly coat.

BAKE: Spread the granola in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet and lightly press. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

COOL: When it’s ready, remove the granola from the oven and let it cool completely, undisturbed, on the baking sheet. The less you touch it, the larger the clusters will be. When it’s cool, break it apart, and enjoy!

Fun Adaptions and Variations

• GLUTEN-FREE: Make sure your oats are certified gluten-free.
• VEGAN: Replace the honey with maple syrup.
• NUT-FREE: Replace the almonds with 1 cup of seeds instead.
• WITH DRIED FRUIT: Any dried fruit would go great in this almond granola. Add it once it’s cooled.
• MORE SPICES TO TRY: Nutmeg, clove, ginger, or allspice.
• ADD SHREDDED COCONUT: Use unsweetened coconut to help control sugar levels.
• WITH CHIA AND FLAXSEED: Great for extra nutrition and fiber.

Serving Suggestions

There are a ton of options when it comes to honey almond granola! It tastes great on top of yogurt with fruit parfait style. You could also enjoy it in a bowl with your milk of choice like cereal. Or, on top of your morning oatmeal for some added crunch and flavor.

Don’t stop at breakfast! It’s wonderful as a mid-morning or mid-afternoon snack too. Or, add it to a tossed salad — like this Spinach, Apple, and Pomegranate Salad.

I’ve used it as an ice cream topping too, and as a filling in my Apple Peanut Butter Granola Sandwiches. It even makes for a great gift! The possibilities truly are endless.

FAQ

Pro Tips for Large Granola Clusters

• Be sure to line the pan with parchment paper so the sweetener sticks to the oats and not the pan.
• Lightly press the honey almond granola into an even layer before baking.
• Don’t stir during baking.
• Bake just until lightly golden around the edges and no longer. Your granola will look wet and not crisp, but as it cools, it will dry and crisp up beautifully.
• Don’t touch the granola until it has cooled COMPLETELY! This is probably the most important step!

More Easy Breakfast Recipes To Try

• Berry Baked Oatmeal
• Apple Cinnamon Freezer Oatmeal Cups
• Almond Granola Bars
• Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes

Thanks so much for reading! Let me know what you think about this almond honey granola recipe!

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